What is a Megapascal?
A Megapascal (MPa) is a metric unit of pressure or stress, equivalent to one million pascals.
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A Megapascal (MPa) is a unit of pressure or stress in the metric system equal to one million pascals. It is widely used in engineering and physics to measure the tensile strength, Young's modulus, and the stress of materials. One MPa represents the force of one Newton per square millimeter, indicating the extent to which a material can resist being deformed or broken under pressure.
Definition of Ton-forceTon-force, or simply ton, is a unit of force traditionally used in engineering and construction in the United Kingdom, the United States, and formerly other countries. A long ton-force is based on the 'long ton' of 2,240 pounds and is equivalent to 2,240 pounds-force. It quantifies the amount of force exerted by a mass under the influence of gravity and is commonly used to express extreme pressures, like the load-bearing capacity of structures.
| Megapascal (MPa) | Ton-force long/sq ft |
|---|---|
| 0.1 MPa | 0.02089 Tons/ft² |
| 0.5 MPa | 0.10447 Tons/ft² |
| 1 MPa | 0.20889 Tons/ft² |
| 2 MPa | 0.41778 Tons/ft² |
| 3 MPa | 0.62667 Tons/ft² |
| 5 MPa | 1.04445 Tons/ft² |
| 10 MPa | 2.0889 Tons/ft² |
| 20 MPa | 4.1778 Tons/ft² |
| 50 MPa | 10.4445 Tons/ft² |
| 100 MPa | 20.889 Tons/ft² |
1 MPa = 0.20889 Ton-force long/sq ft
1 Ton-force long/sq ft = 4.78802 MPa
Example 1:
convert 5 MPa to Ton-force long/sq ft:
5 MPa = 5 × 0.20889 Ton-force long/sq ft = 1.04445 Ton-force long/sq ft
Example 2:
convert 2 MPa to Ton-force long/sq ft:
2 MPa = 2 × 0.20889 Ton-force long/sq ft = 0.41778 Ton-force long/sq ft
The Megapascal to Ton-force long square Foot Converter has its origins in the need to bridge two different measurement systems: the metric system, which uses the Megapascal, and the imperial system, which measures force in tons. This conversion tool has facilitated engineers and construction professionals to accurately translate between these two units, ensuring precision in structural calculations and material specifications.
Uncover the practicality of the MPa to tons/ft² conversion, pivotal in industries where precise pressure and force measurements are crucial.
Example Conversion 1:
Converting 10 MPa to Ton-force long/sq ft:
10 MPa = 10 × 0.20889 Ton-force long/sq ft = 2.0889 Ton-force long/sq ft
Example Conversion 2:
Converting 25 MPa to Ton-force long/sq ft:
25 MPa = 25 × 0.20889 Ton-force long/sq ft = 5.22225 Ton-force long/sq ft
A Megapascal (MPa) is a metric unit of pressure or stress, equivalent to one million pascals.
You can use our converter tool by entering the value in MPa and clicking 'Convert' to get the result in tons/ft².
It's essential for professionals working with both metric and imperial units to ensure accuracy in engineering and construction projects.